2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (597 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Avalanche | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 90 L |
